Compare performance (8 HP vs 748 HP), boot space and price (6,800 £ vs 116,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Vauxhall Rocks Electric or BMW XM?
When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.
Vauxhall Rocks Electric is substantially cheaper – starting at 6,800 £ , while the BMW XM costs 116,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 109,294 £.
As for electric range, the BMW XM offers very slightly more range – reaching up to 80 km, about 5 km more than the Vauxhall Rocks Electric.
Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.
When it comes to engine power, the BMW XM offers substantially more power – delivering 748 HP compared to 8 HP. That’s roughly 740 HP more horsepower.
There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW XM delivers considerably more torque with 1,000 Nm compared to 40 Nm. That’s about 960 Nm more.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Seats: BMW XM offers more seats – 7 vs 2.
In terms of curb weight, Vauxhall Rocks Electric is substantially lighter – 558 kg compared to 2,695 kg. The difference is around 2,137 kg.
Looking at boot space, the BMW XM offers significantly more boot space – 527 L compared to 63 L. That’s a difference of about 464 L.
When it comes to payload, the BMW XM carries substantially more – 525 kg compared to 142 kg. That’s a difference of about 383 kg.
The Vauxhall Rocks Electric holds a decisive overall lead in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.
The Opel Rocks Electric is a cheeky urban crossover that swaps petrol fuss for an electric grin, offering compact practicality and a playful character for city life. It’s easy to live with, delivers quietly eager acceleration for everyday driving, and feels like a smart, approachable choice for buyers dipping their toes into EV ownership.
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The BMW XM is an unapologetically bold flagship that fuses brash, hyper-styled presence with the kind of luxury that commands attention wherever it goes. Inside it's a leather-clad showpiece loaded with modern tech and a driving personality that blends theatrical muscle with refined grand-tourer composure—ideal for buyers who want drama and comfort in equal measure.
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Price
6,800 - 7,500 £
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Price
116,100 - 159,300 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 5.3 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
75 km
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Electric Range
78 - 80 km
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
105 - 119 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
2
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Seats
7
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
558 kg
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Curb weight
2,695 - 2,795 kg
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Trunk capacity
63 L
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Trunk capacity
527 L
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Length
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Length
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Width
1,388 mm
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Width
2,005 mm
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Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
142 kg
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Payload
505 - 525 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
8 HP
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Power HP
476 - 748 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 5.1 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
40 Nm
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Torque
700 - 1,000 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
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Power kW
6 kW
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Power kW
350 - 550 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
2,998 - 4,395 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D
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Brand
Vauxhall
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Brand
BMW
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